Protecting Nevada’s Limited Water Resources

The Nevada Division of Water Resources employs the best available science to guide responsible water management decisions, ensuring the protection of the state's most precious resource for the benefit of all Nevadans.

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Programs

The Division manages a number of programs to conserve, protect, manage and enhance the State’s water resources. Select a program to learn more.

Adjudications

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Dams and Dam Safety

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Drought

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Floodplain Management

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Nevada Water Initiative

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Water Planning

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Water Right Ownership

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Well Drilling

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Water Rights

Although water belongs to the public, individuals or entities can obtain the right to use it by acquiring a water right.

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Data

Hydrologic Monitoring and Databases

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Maps

Interactive Maps and GIS Links

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Forms

Water Resource Forms

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Happening Now

Inspection of Totalizing Meters in the Humboldt River Region

This fall the Division will be inspecting permitted water wells for compliance with State Engineer’s Order No. 1251.

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Notice of Pre-Statutory Claims of Vested Rights

Any claimant of a pre-statutory water right must submit proof of the water use to the Nevada State Engineer.

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Upcoming Hearings

All hearings are available on our Hearings page.

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Here to serve Nevada's Communities

Please contact us with any questions or comments.

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